A unique contest has been launched in conjunction with the impending release of the deluxe 35th anniversary editions of Eric Clapton's classic 1977 album Slowhand. The legendary blues rocker has made available the guitar tabs to his popular rendition of the song "Cocaine," and is asking musically inclined fans to submit videos capturing them playing the tune. The performances will be combined to create an orchestral version of "Cocaine" that will be posted on Clapton's website and his official social media outlets.
The guitarist who delivers the best rendition of "Cocaine" will receive a grand prize that includes a Fender "Blackie" Stratocaster, a super-deluxe edition of the Slowhand reissue and a high-quality vinyl LP version of the remastered album. The winner will be chosen by judges representing Talenthouse.com, which is hosting the competition.
In addition, a "People's Choice" prize -- a copy of the a super-deluxe Slowhand reissue -- will be awarded to the entrant whose video receives the highest number of votes from visitors to the Talenthouse site.
Entries will be accepted through January 23, 2013. Voting for the People's Choice winner will begin the next day and will run until January 31. The winners then will be revealed on February 6.
The 35th anniversary Slowhand reissues will be released this Tuesday. Visit WheresEric.com to find out details about the different versions available.
